Glass Facade Systems
Minimal-frame and frameless glazing solutions for large openings, featuring European engineering and Passive House performance.
Top Tier: $200–500+/SF
Upper-Mid Tier: $150–300/SF
Glass facade systems represent the pinnacle of architectural fenestration—engineered for maximum transparency with minimal visual interruption. These systems require specialized structural coordination and are typically specified for luxury residential and high-end commercial projects.
Featured Manufacturers
Panoramah!
Sightlines
15–20mm
U-Value
0.72 W/m²K (Passive House)
System Type
Structurally bonded glass
Price Range
$350–500+/SF installed
Key Features: Industry-leading minimal sightlines. Passive House certified. Glass panels structurally bonded to frames—glass replacement requires factory service. Ideal for projects demanding absolute visual purity.
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Vitrocsa
Sightlines
17–20mm
U-Value
~0.8–1.0 W/m²K
System Type
Frameless sliding
Price Range
$350–500+/SF installed
Key Features: The original minimal sliding system—invented frameless sliding doors. Swiss precision engineering with 40+ years of refinement. Panels can be floor-recessed for true indoor/outdoor continuity. Heritage brand for purists.
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Sky-Frame
Sightlines
20–34mm
U-Value
~0.5–0.9 W/m²K
System Type
Sliding + fixed facade
Price Range
$300–450/SF installed
Key Features: Sky-Frame Slope handles inclined glass (A-frames, ski lodges). Excellent thermal performance. Available through Glacier Window & Door (Portland/Seattle). Glass not structurally bonded—easier field service than Panoramah.
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RAICO THERM+
Sightlines
50–76mm (curtain wall)
U-Value
0.80 W/m²K (Passive House)
System Type
Curtain wall system
Price Range
$250–400/SF installed
Key Features: Curtain wall system (fixed glazing with operable inserts)—different from sliding systems. Available in aluminum, timber (glulam/LVL), and steel. Excellent for large fixed glass walls with some operable elements. Available through Glacier Window & Door.
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Dynamic Arte Metal
Sightlines
~25mm
U-Value
~1.0–1.2 W/m²K
Materials
Steel, Bronze, Aluminum
Price Range
$200–350/SF installed
Key Features: Thermally broken steel window aesthetic without the rust concerns. Arte-Bronze and Arte-Aluminum profiles offer corrosion resistance. Welded construction for clean lines. Custom profiles available. Canadian manufacturing with strong PNW logistics.
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Fleetwood
Sightlines
~30–40mm
U-Value
~0.9–1.2 W/m²K
System Type
Multi-slide aluminum
Price Range
$175–275/SF installed
Key Features: Domestic manufacturing with faster lead times than European imports. Strong West Coast dealer network. Multi-slide, pocket, and stacking configurations. Custom finishes including wood-grain. Good value for large openings.
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NanaWall Cero
Sightlines
~30mm
U-Value
~0.9–1.1 W/m²K
System Type
Minimal sliding
Price Range
$200–300/SF installed
Key Features: NanaWall's premium minimal line. Domestic support with European-inspired engineering. Flush floor track option. More accessible than pure European systems. Part of broader NanaWall product family (HSW, SL systems).
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Sunflex
Sightlines
30mm
U-Value
0.8 W/m²K (SF80 Passive House)
Panel Capacity
4m tall, 800kg panels
Price Range
$175–300/SF installed
Key Features: German engineering with US distribution. SF80 matches Panoramah thermal performance but with slightly wider sightlines. Glass not structurally bonded (field replaceable). SF75h offers all-wood interior option. Good value for Passive House performance.
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Quick Comparison
| Manufacturer | Sightlines | U-Value | Price/SF | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Panoramah! | 15–20mm | 0.72 W/m²K | $350–500+ | Ultimate minimal aesthetic |
| Vitrocsa | 17–20mm | ~0.8–1.0 | $350–500+ | Heritage brand, purists |
| Sky-Frame | 20–34mm | ~0.5–0.9 | $300–450 | Sloped glazing, PNW access |
| RAICO | 50–76mm | 0.80 | $250–400 | Fixed walls + operable inserts |
| Dynamic Arte | ~25mm | ~1.0–1.2 | $200–350 | Steel aesthetic, Canadian mfg |
| Fleetwood | 30–40mm | ~0.9–1.2 | $175–275 | Domestic, faster lead times |
| NanaWall Cero | ~30mm | ~0.9–1.1 | $200–300 | Domestic support, accessible |
| Sunflex | 30mm | 0.8 | $175–300 | Passive House on budget |